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Interesting Bonsai Visual Effects

In bonsai, the rule of thirds states that the first (lowest and biggest) branch should be at about one third of the total height of the tree. It is the trunk that gives the tree its visual strength, and every effort should be made to have at least the bottom two-thirds of the height clear of branches at the front of the tree.

Tip! Water - This is the biggest problems of all. You will need to water all trees and shrubs on a daily basis for at least the first 2-3 weeks after planting them.Next is checking the trunk.

The shape of the trunk will basically determine the style you choose. In almost all cases, however, a thick base, which tapers gradually and gently to a thin apex, will make for a nice tree. Which style you prefer will depend on the movement of the trunk.

Look at the branching pattern. The lower branches should be thick while the upper ones should be thin. The branches should be laid out like the spokes of a wheel with some going to the back. This will give the tree depth when you look at it. No two branches should leave the trunk at the same level.

The handlebar effect is unnatural looking and, if left, will cause the trunk to swell at their level causing an ugly bulge

in the trunk line. If your tree has such a fault you should, if a deciduous tree, remove one of the branches entirely.

Try to avoid having branches spaced evenly down the trunk. Reduce the distance between the branches as you go toward the top of the tree.

Finally examine the plant to see if it is healthy. Be sure not to wire so tightly that you cut into the bark, or so loosely that you do not have support. Minor wire marks can sometimes add interest and show that the tree has been trained, giving branches character after several years. However, major wire marks are very ugly. To hide any marks that look unnatural you can strategically place foliage at intervals in front of the trunk, so that the trunk line is not completely visible. It may be ten years (or longer) before your plant will actually be a bonsai. Bonsai Boy of New York

Hawaiian Umbrella Tree - In Lava Rock - Small (arboricola schefflera 'luseanne')

Real Hawaiian lava rock is hand selected to provide a happy home for your Schefflera Luseanne bonsai. Schefflera Luseann...Read More

Mistletoe Fig ((ficus diversifolia)

There are over 800 species of the Ficus genus. The Mistletoe Fig is one of the few Ficus that will fruit in the house. T...Read More

Willow Leaf Ficus-Small (ficus nerifolia/salicafolia)

Also known as Mexicana Ficus. Elongated, light green leaves have a striking resemblance to the popular weeping willow tr...Read More

Norfolk Island Pine (araucaria heterophila)

Open and airy conifer (cone bearing) with light green foliage turning darker with age. One of the best known trees from ...Read More

Buddha's Ear (alocacia cuculata)

Also known as Buddha's First Lily or Chinese Taro. A small elephant ear with thick, shiny, green heart shaped leaves tha...Read More

Don't be discouraged by this, but think of it as part of the experience. Perhaps most importantly, understand that when you put a tree in a pot you are committing yourself to the care of that tree. You cannot simply ignore it or it will die. Bonsai is a responsibility as well as a hobby. If you practice it with care and patience, the rewards are tremendous.

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